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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Nov 02, 1971
Page
4
The Bennington Banner is published daily except Sundays and holidays by the Banner Publishing Corporation at 425 Main Street, Bennington Vermont 05201.
Editorial argues Nixon faces hypocrisy as Cannikin underground nuclear test proceeds in the Aleutians despite Japanese and Canadian objections. The five megaton detonation, two weeks away, risks quake and Pacific fishing area contamination, while sources urge restraint and note the test offers little military gain amid SALT talks. The piece concludes the United States often acts as its own worst enemy.
A Shaftsbury driver narrowly escaped tragedy after colliding with a utility pole planted in the middle of East Road near Topping Tavern museum. The incident follows concerns about aging infrastructure, regulatory neglect, and debates over uranium tailings and nuclear projects such as Vermont Yankee, Grand Junction, and Lyons.
Rutland Herald notes evolving discussions on executive sessions and public access. Officials clash over excluding the press and floor access while attorneys warn sessions must stay within statute and minutes should be full but not verbatim. Public interest and accountability are urged.
The Caledonian Record criticizes Spiro Agnew for urging U S military aid to Greece and other dictatorial regimes as a path to a return to representative government. The column questions timing and claims and mocks the reasoning behind supporting dictators with tens of millions yearly.
The piece argues Lyndon Johnson’s memoirs justify his Vietnam policy but reveal a harsh, self serving view. It contrasts his recalled calm image with a decisive push for victory, cites Fulbright and Kennedy as misused evidence, and notes broader truths about the war including civilian casualties and herbicide use.
The column reflects on Armistice Day’s date and the passion to honor it on its historical day. It describes autumn scenery from Haystack to Somerset, lists birds and plants at Skylark’s feeder, and recounts drives through East Dover, S Newfane, and Hancock while awaiting winter.
A Shaftsbury parent laments a Halloween night incident where teens egged and tomatoed a home, soaking children and ruining their treats. The writer questions what discipline those youths faced and urges better behavior.
The Southwestern Vermont Education Association thanks Hoisington Realty for letting the former Utilgas Office at 487 Main St serve as headquarters during American Education Week. Open houses at district schools drew strong attendance and the FIRST MONDAY Visitation programs at both Junior and Senior High were successful. The SWVEA praises local media coverage and urges ongoing community engagement to bridge the education funding gap.
Parents of Mt Anthony Union High School students express appreciation to the faculty and administration for the school visitation program and two open house programs. The reception and cooperation will help build a true partnership for the education of local youth. Mrs Marie R Bergquist Chairman First Monday.
John Chamberlain argues conservatives fault Nixon over the U.N. China vote and Taiwan diplomacy. He cites Western allies, U.S. hesitation, and Kissinger's Peking trip as signals of weakness. The piece warns Nixon must change policies to secure Moscow and Peking summits or lose influence.
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